CHICAGO, IL - DIM DIM FOOD INC received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/12/2023.
The facility operates from 2820-2822 S WENTWORTH AVE in Bridgeport, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.
The inspection identified 7 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation concerned pest control. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed the Rear Screen Door to the Kitchen Not Completely Rodent Proofed at the Bottom. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.
The second violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Instructed to Correct. Found an Opening at the Side of That Same Door Under the Window That Needs to Be Sealed. Also an Opening in the Concrete By the Kitchen Exit Door Before the Screen Door That Neeeds to Be Sealed.. Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
The third violation related to pest management. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed Rodent Activity on Premises. Found 100 Mouse Droppings on the Floor in the Basement in Storage Rooms. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.
The fourth violation involved pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Instructed to Clean All Areas and Have Pest Control Company Service Prior to Reinspection Next Week. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-020(a) Issued.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Pest droppings and debris can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive individuals.
The fifth violation concerned food storage practices. Inspectors documented: Single-use/single-service Articles: Properly Stored & Used - Comments: Observed Some Food Items Stored in Grocery Bags in Walk-in Freezer in the Basement. Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods.
The sixth violation involved food storage. Inspectors documented: Instructed to Use Food Grade Bags Only for Food Storage.. Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.
The seventh violation concerned sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: Observed the Following in Need of Cleaning: Exterior Surfaces of Cooking Eq. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.
Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.
This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/12/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were documented: CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD ITEMS IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.; THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B): OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE THE COLD HOLDING UNIT IN THE PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.; CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.12: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND ATLEAT 6 INCHES OFF OF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.; CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-303.12: OBSERVED A GREEN HOSE HEAD SUBMERGED IN THE BASIN OF THAWING BEEF IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE FAUCET HEAD INSTEAD OF HOSE AND MAINTAIN.; PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-402.11: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS IN THE MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND FRONT FOOD PREP AREA/SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS, WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE BULK DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED IN THE BASEMENT NOT CLEAN ON THE OUTERIOR SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE MENTIONED CONTAINERS.; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE TOUCH A READY TO FOOD ITEM (PORKY STICKY-RICE TAMALE) PACKED IN A TO GO CONTAINER FOR A CONSUMER WITH THEIR BARE HAND. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER HANDLE READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS WITH BARE HANDS'; MUST USE GLOVES OR OTHER ALTERNATIVE APPROVED METHODS WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOOD AND PRODUCTS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010, CITATION ISSUED; THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE THE COLD HOLDING UNIT IN THE PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 4 LIVE ROACHES AND APPROXIMATELY 8-10 RAT DROPPINGS ON SITE.THE LIVE ROACHES WERE UNDER THE PIPES OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MAIN FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. THE RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED IN THE BASMENT FOOD PREP AREA ON THE FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT NEAR THE OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE ROACH ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED; CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND ATLEAT 6 INCHES OFF OF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.; CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED A GREEN HOSE HEAD SUBMERGED IN THE BASIN OF THAWING BEEF IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE FAUCET HEAD INSTEAD OF HOSE AND MAINTAIN.; PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS IN THE MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND FRONT FOOD PREP AREA/SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS, WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE BULK DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED IN THE BASEMENT NOT CLEAN ON THE OUTERIOR SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE MENTIONED CONTAINERS.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE WOK PREP AREA OF THE KICHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 04/19/2023, REPORT #2574535: #38: OBSERVED THE REAR SCREEN DOOR TO THE KITCHEN NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. FOUND AN OPENING AT THE SIDE OF THAT SAME DOOR UNDER THE WINDOW THAT NEEDS TO BE SEALED. ALSO, AN OPENING IN THE CONCRETE BY THE KITCHEN EXIT DOOR BEFORE THE SCREEN DOOR THAT NEEEDS TO BE SEALED. #49: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN, BOTTOM OF DEEP FRYERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, WOK STATION AND STEAMERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, CLEAN SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, STORAGE RACKS IN BASEMENT BAKERY AREA, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK CONTAINERS IN BASMENT. ALSO CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES IN MAIN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT PREP. #55: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, CEILING AND CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN, FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER, FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, WALLS OF WALK-IN COOLER, FLOOR THROUGH OUT BASEMENT AND FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DISHMACHINE IN MAIN KITCHEN. #58: OBSERVED AN EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED THE MANAGER TO OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECTED ALL PENDING VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR SCREEN DOOR TO THE KITCHEN NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. FOUND AN OPENING AT THE SIDE OF THAT SAME DOOR UNDER THE WINDOW THAT NEEDS TO BE SEALED. ALSO AN OPENING IN THE CONCRETE BY THE KITCHEN EXIT DOOR BEFORE THE SCREEN DOOR THAT NEEEDS TO BE SEALED.; SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SOME FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN WALK-IN FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS ONLY FOR FOOD STORAGE.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN, BOTTOM OF DEEP FRYERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, WOK STATION AND STEAMERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, CLEAN SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, STORAGE RACKS IN BASEMENT BAKERY AREA, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK CONTAINERS IN BASMENT. ALSO CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES IN MAIN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT PREP.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, CEILING AND CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN, FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER, FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, WALLS OF WALK-IN COOLER, FLOOR THROUGH OUT BASEMENT AND FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DISHMACHINE IN MAIN KITCHEN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN TWO AREAS OF THE BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER AND RODENT HARBORAGE.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED SOME EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES WITH EXPIRED CERTIFICATES OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED AN EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED THE MANAGER TO OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR SCREEN DOOR TO THE KITCHEN NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. FOUND AN OPENING AT THE SIDE OF THAT SAME DOOR UNDER THE WINDOW THAT NEEDS TO BE SEALED. ALSO AN OPENING IN THE CONCRETE BY THE KITCHEN EXIT DOOR BEFORE THE SCREEN DOOR THAT NEEEDS TO BE SEALED.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT IN STORAGE ROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.; SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SOME FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN WALK-IN FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS ONLY FOR FOOD STORAGE.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN, BOTTOM OF DEEP FRYERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, WOK STATION AND STEAMERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS IN MAIN KITCHEN, CLEAN SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, STORAGE RACKS IN BASEMENT BAKERY AREA, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK CONTAINERS IN BASMENT. ALSO CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES IN MAIN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT PREP.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, CEILING AND CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN, FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER, FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, WALLS OF WALK-IN COOLER, FLOOR THROUGH OUT BASEMENT AND FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DISHMACHINE IN MAIN KITCHEN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN TWO AREAS OF THE BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER AND RODENT HARBORAGE.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED SOME EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES WITH EXPIRED CERTIFICATES OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED AN EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED THE MANAGER TO OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE..
Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine. Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods. Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Chicago Department of Public Health. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Chicago Food Code, FDA Food Code 2022
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